My CF Climb Story

Elliotte-Ellie-Chickie!!!! Her journey has been a hell of a ride thus far! And none of it would be possible without the amazing support from her village of family and friends, as well as her team at CHOP. So, thank you to everyone who has been there for every step of the way! We love you more than you know. 

Ellie was diagnosed with CF at a mere 2 weeks. She was admitted to the hospital at 5 months old with a CF exacerbation for 2 weeks, where she was on a ventilator for 4 days in the PICU. Since then, Ellie has been making strides in her journey. 

Chickie’s climbers will represent more than supporting Ellie. We’ll be there for those who fight this fight day in and day out, and for all of those families who are right there with them. Let’s do this!

Nearly 40,000 people in the United States have cystic fibrosis: a progressive, genetic disease that affects the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. They are moms, dads, sisters, brothers, daughters, sons, and friends who face the sobering prospect of a shortened lifespan. I climb for them.

Working alongside the CF community, the CF Foundation has fostered the development of more than a dozen CF treatments and helped add decades of life for people with CF. Yet, many people with CF do not benefit from existing therapies. Our vision is a cure for every person with cystic fibrosis – a life free from the burden of this disease – and we will not leave anyone behind.

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